Luxury Cruises 3 · 4 nights

Tulip

A 72-cabin, five-deck Luxury cruiser with a rooftop pool

Cruise only · per person

3 nights from $925

4 nights from $1,100

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Cabins72

Decks5

In brief

MS Tulip is a Luxury Nile cruise ship of 72 cabins on five decks, operated by the Mazaj Group. Every cabin has a marble bathroom with a bathtub, and the suites include nine with a jacuzzi. It has a rooftop pool and a spa. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $925 per person.

Overview

Why travellers choose the Tulip

The ship

Tulip is one of the four largest ships in our Luxury category, with 72 cabins on five decks, operated by the Mazaj Group. Its selling points are in the details: marble bathrooms throughout, and a wider range of suites than most ships we sell.

Cabins

Cabins sit on the main and upper decks. Alongside the deluxe cabins — twin or king — there are 2 junior suites, 9 suites with a jacuzzi and 2 royal panoramic suites. Every cabin has climate control, satellite TV, a minibar, a hairdryer and a marble bathroom with a bathtub.

Life on board

The pool is on the roof deck. Inside are a spa, the restaurant, a lounge bar and panoramic lounges. There is no lift.

						
						Marble bathrooms throughoutEvery cabin has a bathtub.
					
						Nine jacuzzi suitesPlus two junior and two royal panoramic suites.
					
						A rooftop poolWith a spa below.
					
						72 cabins on five decksOne of the four largest Luxury ships we sell.

Itineraries · 2 programs

Follow the Tulip on the map

Two programs, same ship. Pick one, then scroll the days or press play — the boat sails to each stop as you go.

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Indicative rates

Rates by season · per person, standard cabin

Guide prices only — the exact rate depends on your date, cabin and how full the ship is. Your written quote always confirms the final figure before anything is held.

Season	Dates	3 nights	4 nights
Low	May – Aug	$925	$1,100
High	Sep – Apr	$1,315	$1,615

Infants 0–5 free · children 6–11: 50% sharing with 2 adults Groups of 10+: ask for special rates and a free tour leader place 20% deposit secures your booking · balance 30 days before arrival Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival (60 days at Christmas & Easter)

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What's included on the Tulip

Included 8 items

Accommodation in an outside cabin with private bathroom, air-conditioning and Nile view
Full-board meals — daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or set menu depending on ship)
Guided sightseeing at every temple stop with a licensed Egyptologist
All entrance fees for the standard itinerary (Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings)
Transfers between the cruise ship and the sightseeing sites
Welcome drink on arrival, afternoon tea daily, and bottled water on excursions
Onboard evening entertainment — galabeya party, folkloric shows, live music
All service charges and Egyptian VAT

Not included 6 items

International flights to Egypt and Egypt visa$30 USD on arrival for most nationalities
Domestic flights to Aswan or from Luxor (available as a paid add-on)
Optional excursions — Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon over the West Bank, Nubian village visit
Personal expenses (drinks other than tea/water, laundry, spa services, souvenirs)
Travel insurance (strongly recommended — most operators require it)
Gratuities for the cruise crew, guide and driver~$8-12 USD per day combined

Ship facts

Tulip at a glance

Category: Luxury Cruises
Cabins: 72 · about 20 m² each
Balcony: French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
Lift: No — the decks are linked by stairs
Length · decks: 5 decks
Routes: 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor · 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan
Payment: No online payment — a written quote first, then a deposit by bank transfer or a secure card link.

On board

Facilities & life on the Tulip

Swimming Pool

Jacuzzi / Hot Tub

Spa & Wellness Center

Restaurant

Bar / Lounge

Sun Deck

Minibar

In-cabin TV

Air Conditioning

Dining on board

Meals are served in the restaurant on a full-board basis; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.

Full board Bar on board

Questions about this ship

Tulip FAQ

How many cabins does MS Tulip have?

72, on the main and upper decks, including 2 junior suites, 9 suites with a jacuzzi and 2 royal panoramic suites.

Who operates MS Tulip?

The Mazaj Group.

What are the bathrooms like?

Every cabin has a marble bathroom with a bathtub, and nine suites add a jacuzzi.

Is there a lift on board?

No. The decks are linked by stairs only.

How much does a cruise on MS Tulip cost?

From $925 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $1,315 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $1,100. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.